Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for baking or frying)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Mash the chickpeas in a large bowl with a fork until they are mostly smooth but still have some texture.
- Stir in the breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, bell pepper, nutritional yeast, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into small nugget shapes and place them on a lined baking sheet if baking. If frying, spray the skillet lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, or cook in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Don’t over-mash the chickpeas; leaving some texture adds a nice bite. Feel free to use different spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking, Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free